UK will ban mobile carriers from selling locked handsets in 2021
The aim is to make it easier and cheaper to switch operators.
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UK internet providers will lift data caps during COVID-19 pandemic
You should also see more affordable mobile and wired internet plans.
UK wants telecoms regulator to police social media companies
The UK government is "minded" to give Ofcom new powers.
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UK plans to ban sales of locked mobile phones
Ofcom is running a consultation until March, and it could take a year to implement new rules.
UK lords call for central 'Digital Authority' to help regulate internet
They want government to take a more aggressive approach.
UK public broadcasters want top billing on streaming services
If their demand is met, it could be a major hassle for tech companies.
UK to let Brits tear up broadband contracts over slow speeds
Early exit penalties won't apply.
Three and EE lose High Court fight over 5G spectrum auction
Ofcom has been crowned the winner.
Switching mobile operators could soon begin with a text
It's all part of Ofcom's new 'Auto-Switch' rules.
Ofcom pressured to fix lingering mobile not-spots
Lord Adonis says the next spectrum auction should have stricter coverage conditions.
Vodafone customers given second chance to ditch contracts scot-free
Ofcom's concerned those impacted by roaming fee changes weren't adequately informed.
UK ISPs will automatically compensate customers for shoddy service
The scheme comes into effect in 15 months.
Fox News impartiality breaches could threaten Sky merger
The channel went offline in the UK in August, but early broadcasts could still derail the takeover.
Ofcom orders BBC to show more original British productions
New quotas will affect BBC One, Two and Four, as well as Radio 1 and 2.
Three finally takes Ofcom to court over 5G spectrum auction
The network says it's 'vital' to ensure a competitive mobile market in the UK.
EE says it'll also sue Ofcom to mould 5G spectrum auction as it sees fit
The carrier wants Ofcom to sell off more spectrum than is currently planned.
Three will sue to stop EE and Vodafone dominating connectivity
The carrier has notified Ofcom of its intent to challenge spectrum auction rules.
BT offers broadband to every rural home in the UK, for a price
It would likely pass the costs on to both customers and competitors.
